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Peace news — August 13, 2026

Publications tagged with Peace published on August 13, 2026 (UTC). This is a fixed calendar-day archive.

10 publications

  1. SocietyCivil RightsPeaceThink Tanks

    Retirement Bonus in 2026: Latest Developments

    The Constitutional Court has merged two cases regarding the 8,770 TL increase in the retirement bonus for retired civil servants, which was not included in the scope in 2023. The decision on whether the retirement bonus will come in 2026 is eagerly awaited by millions of SSK, Bağ-Kur, and civil servant retirees. The latest developments suggest that the final decision on the merits of the case is imminent.
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  2. PoliticsRegulatorsPeace

    Blanche Wants Reparations for Trump Supporters Despite Fund's Demise

    Newly confirmed Attorney General Todd Blanche, despite claiming the $1.776 billion 'Anti-Weaponization' fund is dead, hinted at finding alternative ways to provide payouts to Trump supporters. Blanche stated that he and President Trump believe there were 'victims' of a weaponized DOJ and want to 'make them whole'. Republicans who supported Blanche's confirmation were criticized for being 'made absolute fools' by his statements.
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  4. PoliticsLocal GovPeaceIndictmentMiddle East

    Complaint Filed Against Walter Ruck and Michael Ludwig for Misuse of Power

    Almost two weeks after Walter Ruck's resignation as president of the Vienna Chamber of Commerce, a complaint has been received against him and Vienna's SPÖ mayor Michael Ludwig for misuse of power. The complaint, filed by the FPÖ Vienna, is being investigated by the Vienna Public Prosecutor's Office to determine if there is a reasonable suspicion and who is responsible. The case involves allegations of favoritism and influence peddling, including Ruck's role in the 'Stelzen-Gate' scandal and his comments about the new trauma center in Meidling.
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  5. SocietyPeaceIndictmentArrest

    Army Gynecologist Pleads Not Guilty to Secretly Recording Patients

    Major Blaine McGraw, an Army gynecologist, pleaded not guilty to charges that he secretly recorded patients during medical examinations. The case involves 93 alleged victims and thousands of unauthorized photos and videos found on McGraw's devices. The prosecution identified nearly 3,000 former patients who may have been affected. McGraw's defense argues that the examinations were medically appropriate and no non-medical touching occurred. The case is set for a general court-martial.
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  6. PoliticsPeaceMiddle East

    Ukraine Considers Lowering Mobilization Age to 21

    Ukraine may lower its mobilization age from 25 to 21 years if Russia declares mobilization and calls up 500,000 people, according to Sergeant Sergey Gnezdilov of the 56th Brigade. He also suggests that preparations for female mobilization may begin. However, Ukrainian MP Oleksiy Goncharenko denies these claims, stating that there are no plans to lower the mobilization age and no such discussions are happening in the Verkhovna Rada.
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  8. PoliticsRegulatorsPeace

    Rahul Gandhi vs Amit Shah: Tension Over Student Protests in Parliament

    The ongoing Parliament session has seen a standoff between Congress leader Rahul Gandhi and Union Home Minister Amit Shah over the alleged police action against students during protests in July. Gandhi has rejected Shah's offer for a debate, demanding answers and accountability instead. Shah has accused Gandhi of avoiding debate and has offered an extended debate on the issue. The Opposition has been pressing for Shah's presence in Parliament to address their concerns.
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  10. PoliticsRegulatorsCivil RightsPeaceMiddle East

    Tamil Nadu Assembly Passes Resolution Against Delimitation, Urges Freeze on Lok Sabha Seats at 543

    Tamil Nadu Chief Minister C. Joseph Vijay moved and piloted a resolution in the state Assembly, which was passed unanimously. The resolution opposes the proposed delimitation of Lok Sabha constituencies and urges the Centre to permanently retain the existing strength of the Lok Sabha at 543 seats and the current inter-State distribution of seats. It also demands immediate implementation of 33% reservation for women in the 2029 Lok Sabha elections based on the current 543 seats. The DMK supported the resolution, while the AIADMK, PMK, BJP, and other opposition parties opposed it.
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